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Guayaquil

Practical info Guayaquil, Ecuador

Getting around the city

Guyaquil has a modern bus system that covers most of the city, and provides a cheap, easy-to-navigate transportation system for visitors. Taxis are also available, but it is necessary to agree on a fare upfront as tourists are regularly overcharged. Driving in Ecuador can be unnerving; however, many popular sights can be seen on a walking tour along the River Guayas.

Time

Local time is GMT -5.

Electricity

Electrical current is 120 volts, 60Hz. Two-pin plugs are standard.

Currency

The US Dollar (USD) is the official currency in Ecuador. It is recommended that travellers bring US dollar notes as other foreign currencies are difficult to exchange outside of Quito, Guayaquil and Cuenca. Small denominations in good condition are the easiest to exchange outside of the main cities. In the main centres most currencies can be exchanged at banks and exchange houses (casas de cambio) at variable commission rates. ATMs are available in the cities, and major credit cards are accepted in tourist areas and large hotels, although a commission of six to eight percent is often charged.

Communication

The international access code for Ecuador is +593. Calls made from hotel rooms can be expensive, but public telephones can be found in most public buildings in the main cities. The most cost-effective way to telephone internationally is from call centres, which are located in most towns and cities. They also offer fax services and sometimes internet, although internet cafes are available in the main towns. The local cell phone network uses GSM; European, Australian and phones from other non-GSM networks will not work but cell phones can be rented at the airport or at cellular phone shops.

Climate

Guayaquil has a tropical savannah climate, with a hot rainy season from January to April; February and March especially receive up to 20 days of rain each, and average temperatures stay between 72°F (22°C) and 88°F (31°C). The rest of the year is pleasant, with slightly cooler temperatures ranging from 68°F (20°C) to 86°C (30°C) thanks to the Humboldt Current, which brings cloudy mornings with sunny afternoons and pleasant evening breezes. Guayaquil remains very humid throughout the year. The best time to visit Guayaquil is in the drier season between June and November.